Champ Irish Mashed Potatoes
Champ is a variation on mashed potatoes that is traditional in Ulster, in North Ireland. Less intense than the classic dish, these mashed potatoes use leeks instead of scallions and a small amount of olive oil instead of heaps of butter. The Yukons add buttery color and flavor so you won't miss a thing.
Nutrition
Calories: 203.7 kcalCarbohydrates: 36.8 gProtein: 6 gFat: 4.2 gSaturated Fat: 0.9 gCholesterol: 3.1 mgSodium: 188.1 mgPotassium: 865.5 mgFiber: 4.08 gSugar: 5.5 gCalcium: 113.5 mgIron: 2 mg
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and quartered
- 1 leek washed and chopped
- 1 cup lowfat milk
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ tsp. salt
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook, partially covered, until tender (15-20 minutes).
- 2. While potatoes are cooking, combine leeks and milk in another saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are tender (15 minutes).
- 3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pan. Mash until smooth. Stir in oil, leeks, and milk. Season with salt and pepper.